Bose QuietComfort Ultra vs Sony WH-1000XM6

“while they have what I would definitely describe as pretty solid clamping pressure it doesn't contribute to significant discomfort for me at least not immediately and that's due to a couple of things Number one is the really really soft…”

“I would probably recommend for 96% of people whether you have a small head, big head, you are sensitive to headphones, you want something comfortable, it honestly checks all the boxes for basically everyone”

“Even if I'm wearing a pair of glasses, pair of shades, or whatever, I don't tend to feel the pressure building up around the temple region for again a good few hours.”

“With a tighter clamping force these do a great job staying on my head even during workouts.”

“The actual cushion on the headband itself is extremely comfortable and I was going through about four to five hour listening sessions and you kind of completely forget that there's there”

“Where Bose really shines is comfort. These headphones are light, and the plush ear cups make them ideal for long flights or hours of uninterrupted listening.”

“The headphones have just the right amount of clamping force so they feel fairly secure without any discomfort. The padding is quite plush and soft and the overall cup size just fits around my ears without pressing.”

“the bigger space inside the Bose earcup here not only gives more room for your ear to breathe but also lets you move your head a little bit while keeping a more consistent passive seal”

“If I had to explain how these sound with one word, it would be clarity. It's a very clear, clean sounding headphone. The bass isn't crazy, but it's still present out the box, these will vibrate your ears. And these bad boys get loud.”

“They have great clarity and it's very tight around your ears audio-wise it feels like the instruments are just right outside of your ears”

“The Sony definitely offers you a bit warmer, a bit bassier of a sound. The Bose is are much more neutral.”

“This sounds amazing. This is probably one of my best sounding headphones I have right now”

“The Bose QC Ultra is one such headphone that I think sounds better to me than the XM6 because it takes a much more restrained approach when it comes to the bass response.”

“From a sound quality standpoint, it is absolutely amazing. Everything is crystal clear. It has both low end and high end which is great to see”

“for watching video, the Bose is going to be perfect for things like YouTube or watching a movie on my television”

“the Ultra on the other hand, I was able to dial in what I consider a very audiophile balance and hyper detailed sound that fixes all of the issues with the stock sound profile”

“Buy the WH-1000XM6 if you want the best noise canceling headphone out of fair price, you travel frequently and need maximum battery life, you like a foldable compact form factor, you're practical and want premium without paying the luxury…”

“You have an active noise cancelling ambient mode button so you can choose from those two modes, noise cancelling being just my personal favorite. It's the one that works the best. It actually is really good.”

“if you already own the XM4, the upgrade to the XM6 is only worthwhile if you prioritize better ANC, better transparency mode, slightly improved audio and enhanced comfort with some of the added new features.”

“The 1000X series has been pretty notorious for having best-in-class noise cancellation, really good sounding audio still, and then just overall being one of the best all-around headphones you can buy.”

“Bose QuietComfort Ultra is unsurprisingly the choice for those who crave the best noise-cancelling tech on the market and a balanced, all-encompassing audio experience.”

“Now, the noise cancellation on this is excellent. I didn't notice any hissing and it blocks out a good amount of surrounding noise.”

“Bose built its reputation on noise cancellation and these headphones continue to impress me in that department.”

“It's amazing how good the noise cancellation is and this stuff. Absolutely unreal.”

“If you want the most premium version of Sony's wireless headphones, better ANC, clearer sound, and the foldable design finally back in play, and you don't mind that price bump, the XM6 is a pretty easy buy.”

“The WH-1000XM6 takes a more practical approach with its foldable design, compact carrying case, and broader range of color options, making it easier to carry on daily commutes or flights.”

“Sony also reinforced the hinge with metal to fix durability concerns from the XM5.”

“The main selling point, just going back to the folding mechanism and this is something that I just missed with the XM5s in general.”

“the Bose QC Ultra do feel the most premium here 'cause they have the best feeling leatherettes here, plus they also have those exposed metal headband arms”

“the ultra is up I would say it's it's the I guess it's Ultra it's like their most high-end headphones that you can get with some new technology in it”

“I do have to give it to the Bose. I think the Bose is probably the most versatile in terms of design, uh maybe not aesthetics, but it is versatile and it handles pretty well.”

“They fold down, making them easier to toss into a bag, they're very comfortable to wear, and arguably have the best noise cancellation available.”